DRAKKAR KLOSE

Drakkar Klose is an American lightweight competitor who brought his background in collegiate wrestling to the professional circuit. Operating out of The MMA Lab in Glendale, Arizona, he maintains an orthodox stance and utilizes a high-volume striking approach to complement his grappling fundamentals. Throughout his UFC tenure, which began in 2017, he has earned key triumphs over varied opponents including Bobby Green and Christos Giagos. His persistent aggression inside the cage has previously resulted in a Performance of the Night bonus.

Entering the event at UFC 330, Klose holds a professional record of 13-2-1. He carries momentum from two consecutive victories, having defeated Brandon Jenkins via technical knockout in early 2022 followed by a unanimous decision win over Rafa Garcia. His previous setbacks include a knockout defeat against Beneil Dariush.